Trail Running calendar near Huntington Beach 2026-2027

Experience California's oldest trail marathon on beautiful Catalina Island. Run through the scenic island conservancy with distances ranging from a kids 1K to a full marathon featuring 4300 feet of elevation gain.

The Singletrack Stampede is a 22k and 10k trail run through the scenic Las Virgenes Canyon near Calabasas. Runners navigate a cross-country course with switchbacks, creek crossings, and expansive views. The event includes a finisher medal,..

Experience the breathtaking hills and canyons of Southern California with distances ranging from 10k to a 50k ultra. Run through lush spring landscapes and conquer challenging ridgelines with panoramic valley views.

Explore the trails of Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park in Orange County. Choose from four distances, from a 6k to a 30k, on courses with views through oak woodlands. The event is well-supported and offers participant gear.

Experience a scenic trail run through oak lined canyon paths in Camarillo while supporting low cost horse riding programs. This inaugural event features a fast 5K and a Kiddie K for young participants.

Test your endurance at Monserate Mt. Preserve with 6 and 12 hour trail running options. Complete as many loops as possible solo or as a team while enjoying local trails and a fully stocked aid station.

The Coast to Crest offers a flat and fast 10K and 5K on hard-packed trails in Del Mar. Runners enjoy spectacular lagoon views and a downhill finish. It's the final championship qualifier for the series.

Experience the 16th annual spring edition of this trail event in Los Angeles. Runners can choose from multiple distances including a new 50 mile ultra and family friendly 10k routes through Griffith Park.

Tackle the trails in the Cleveland National Forest near Silverado with the Billy Goat Mountain Climb. Choose from three distances, all featuring significant elevation gain, including a local favorite 17-mile loop. Aid stations and shuttles..

Experience the trails of Crystal Cove State Park with a 6K or 10 mile run or hike. Enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and receive a finisher medal and event shirt as you navigate the terrain of El Moro Canyon.

Join this spring event at Griffith Park featuring distances from a 5k to a half marathon on a scenic dirt trail course. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with finisher medals and free race photos for all participants.

Experience the scenic beauty of the Santa Monica Mountains with a variety of road and trail races starting from Chumash Park. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, 5K, or unique multi-race challenges in this long standing community event.

Experience a historic trail run or gravel bike race around Diamond Valley Lake. Choose from marathon to 5k distances on trails once home to Ice Age mastodons at this family friendly cupless event.

Step back in time for a totally tubular run in Huntington Beach. This 80s themed event features a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon on a flat, scenic oceanfront course. After the race, enjoy a costume contest, a beach party with a live DJ, and an..

Leona Divide offers five trail distances from 30K to 100 miles in Lake Hughes, California. The event serves as a qualifier for Western States and awards tickets for the Angeles Crest 100. Registration closes on April 1.

Experience an all terrain 5K trail race at BackCountry Gardens featuring hills, streams, and mud. Enjoy a competitive or fun run followed by a beer mile and wine tasting at San Diego’s only certified sustainable winery.

Trail races on the Soboba Indian Reservation support Noli Indian School. Choose from marathon, half marathon, 5k, or a kids' 3k walk/run. The event features Native and Open divisions, with proceeds funding a student scholarship.

Race through the ocean-view trails of Point Mugu State Park on a 21k or 10k course. Enjoy a finisher medal, breakfast tacos, and a post-race beer garden. It's part of a six-race half-marathon series with special awards.

Machete Trail Madness features 10K, 50K, and 100K races on looped courses around Lake Perris. The event includes free lakeside camping for participants and their families. It offers long cut-off times and a community-focused, multi-lap race..

Choose your challenge on the rugged trails of Woodland Hills. The Las Virgenes Canyon Ultra Trail Races offer six distances, from a 6K to a new 100K ultra. Enjoy fully supported aid stations and a festive post-race atmosphere.